Free Geek Toronto @FreeGeekToronto
Non-profit social enterprise bridging the digital divide in low-income communities by reusing technology & reducing the impact of e-waste freegeektoronto.org Toronto, Ontario Joined February 2010-
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This Earth Day, consider how you can minimize your tech's environmental impact: Purchase refurbished devices when possible, maintain and repair your tech, and make a conscious decision to upgrade less frequently.
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We're excited to invite you to the Open Hardware Summit in Montreal, May 3 & 4. There will be 2 days of hands-on workshops, talks, demos & more. If you're an experienced Open Hardware maker, or just curious about what open source means, join us: 2024.oshwa.org
We’ve some Google Pixel 4a phones in our shop. Check it out at shop.freegeektoronto.org
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This year's Good to Give Guide is different. Here's the reality check: 78% of charities are small. But they're the ones doing the heavy lifting in the sector. That's why this guide features some of the smallest groups we've ever funded. Learn more: torontofoundation.ca/goodtogive
Our current shop hours are Wed-Sat 12-5 PM. We accept technology donations on Fridays and Saturdays.
.@FreeGeekToronto will be at this year’s @EcoFairToronto on Sunday, Nov 5. We will be collecting computer-related items. Drop by, say hello, and see the other vendors.
We’re having technical issues with main phone line. You can reach us at the number below.
Free Geek Toronto will be open over the Labour Day weekend but will be closed Wednesday, Sept 6, 2023 instead. Please be aware that all emails, phone calls, and social media messages will be answered on Sept 7, 2023. Thank you for supporting Free Geek Toronto!
Taking advantage of the summer weather to clear out your old tech? Consider donating it to Free Geek Toronto! We accept tech drop offs on Fridays and Saturdays between 1-5 PM.
Free Geek Toronto will be closed for the Canada Day long weekend. Both the store and tech drop-off will be closed. Enjoy the holiday and we’ll see you again on Wednesday, July 5.
Free Geek Toronto’s barebones computers are tested computers that don’t have an HDD or an operating system. Perfect if you want to customize your install to do exactly what you want. Check out the stack of HP t630 Thin Client at shop.freegeektoronto.org/products/hp-t6…
We’ve got a limited quantity of gaming desktops heading into the shop today. Check it out at shop.freegeektoronto.org/collections/de… for what we have in stock. And yes those are 2 different machines.
Doing some Spring Cleaning? Donate computers and electronics at a collection event for reuse and recycling. @FreeGeekToronto and @newmakeit are hosting a collection event on Sunday, May 28 from 11 AM to 3 PM. Details, including what we'll accept, at freegeektoronto.org/yrcollectevent…
We’ll be closed this Saturday, May 20 for the holiday long weekend.
Have you checked out what game consoles we have available? See what we have online and pick up in store (in person purchasing available). shop.freegeektoronto.org/collections/ga…
It’s never been easier to discover our huge selection of refurbished laptops, desktops and more in our new online store! We have upgraded our e-shop with quicker browsing, instant searches and fast ordering, with laptop delivery through Canada Post. shop.freegeektoronto.org
Happy #earthday! Check out our blog post to learn how we support reducing e-waste and what you can do to help freegeektoronto.org/2023/04/20/ear…
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